1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 411 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
